Mic Drop

Relationships can be tough to figure out. So many ups and downs. Here, Bella reveals her true feelings about what it’s been like for her on that emotional rollercoaster called love. Rings and all!

You’ll hear Ben talk about the history of beatboxing in hip hop and some of his influences: pioneers Doug E Fresh and Rahzel.

13-year old Eli and 11-year-old Adam are sheltering from the pandemic on the reservation with their grandparents, where they have fun learning about their ancestral traditions in the Pacific Northwest. The boys are proud members of the Umatilla, Cayuse, Nez Perce and Walla Walla Nations.

While learning how to dance, sing, drum, they also try to avoid going to grocery stores. Hunting for their own food is not just about putting dinner on the table, it’s about growing up and becoming men.

You can read more about the tribes and hear some of traditional songs and stories here: http://www.native-languages.org/cayuse.htm

10-year-old Taneia schools her teacher and makes the case to expand Black history education beyond the month of February.

The book Taneia mentions is Big Dreamers: The Canadian Black History Activity Book for Kids from Bright Confetti Media.

Here are some Black history presentations available to schools in Canada: http://owta.org/tracking-black-canada

Thanks for listening throughout the start of this crazy pandemic. Let’s stick together through the next few months as we approach school, family, friends, work and play in new ways. Stay tuned for fresh stories from bold young voices pursuing their passions in this complicated world. Mic Drop SE2 drops right here this Thursday.

So ...she might not have it all planned out the way society expects, but that's just fine for Kate. The 19 year-old is now working as a mechanic, but it's her love for photography that keeps her excited about the future. Hear Kate's story about marching to the beat of your own drum.

Meet Kate: @KatzKustomz

*This episode is a special presentation from CBC Newfoundland and Labrador’s series LISTEN UP.*

Follow the link to hear the whole series.

Thanks to CBC Producer Amy Joy for bringing us Kate’s story.

Blake & Emma each suffer from complicated mental health issues but their friendship is getting them through.

After moving from South Korea to Canada, Sarah is figuring out how to be in two worlds at the same time.

BEN's juggling pro soccer dreams, school demands and the temptation to just party

It’s true. Right here, beginning September 24th, you’ll hear a whole new series of bold new voices pursuing their passions in this complicated world.